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Wechsler Memory Scale®—Fourth Edition (WMS®–IV)

2009

David Wechsler

Assess adult memory abilities comprehensively and reliably

Ages / Grades:

16:0 to 90:11 years

Administration Format:

Digital (Q-interactive)
Paper-and-pencil

Administration Time:

45–60 minutes for primary subtests

Scoring Options:

Scoring Assistant software
Report Writer software
hand-scoring

Scores / Interpretation:

Index scores and contrast scores

Report Options:

Score
client
and interpretive reports

Qualification Level:

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WAIS–IV / WMS–IV and ACS combination kits—Purchase two or all three kits together and save!

Changing and aging populations, the need for greater efficiency in daily practice, new research on cognitive assessment, the desire for even greater user- and client-friendliness ...all these factors and more have guided the development of the new Wechsler Memory Scale—Fourth Edition (WMS–IV).

Along with changes in these clinical trends and demographics, the WMS–IV assessment has gone through its own evolution. As the test continues to help you effectively evaluate the clinically most relevant aspect of memory function, you will notice a simplified structure, improved psychometrics, expanded applicability, and enhanced ease of administration and scoring.

WMS®–IV Flexible Approach Kit

Expanded Focus Addresses a Broader Range of Issues

The WMS–IV offers a comprehensive evaluation of clinically relevant aspects of memory functioning commonly reported in individuals with suspected memory deficits or diagnosed with a wide range of neurological, psychiatric, and developmental disorders. It is ideal for psychologists conducting psychological evaluations in psychiatric, medical, educational, forensic, counselling, or other clinical settings.

As research improves our understanding of the needs of clients with clinical issues, the WMS–IV has expanded its focus on these unique populations.

The following clinical studies were conducted during the development of the WMS–IV:

Dementia of the Alzheimer's Type
Schizophrenia
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Anxiety Disorders
Traumatic Brain Injury
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Left Temporal Lobectomy
Autistic Disorder
Right Temporal Lobectomy
Asperger's Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder
Mild & Moderate Intellectual Disability

New Modified Test Structure

The WMS–IV was changed significantly with regards to the overall test structure. Based on feedback from test users, 4 new subtests were introduced and 3 existing subtests were modified. The new and revised subtests now offer stronger clinical sensitivity, address the needs of older adult clients, and enable you to gain a better understanding of your client's memory capabilities.

Subtests Added:
- Spatial Addition
- Design Memory
- Symbol Span
- Brief Cognitive Status Exam
Subtests Modified:
- Logical Memory
- Visual Reproduction
- Verbal Paired Associates
Subtests Eliminated:
- Family Pictures
- Word List
- Faces
- Mental Control
- Digit Span
- Spatial Span
- Letter-Number
- Information and Orientation

Expanded Clinical Utility and UserFriendliness

Inclusion of a specific battery designed for use with older adults
Inclusion of a brief cognitive status exam
Reduced item bias and additional teaching items to ensure clients understand the context of the task
Modified story content and administration process
Lower vocabulary level for verbal instruction
Minimized visual motor demands
Enhanced assessment of visual memory and elimination of visual/verbal working memory overlap with the WAIS®–IVCDN
Improved floors across subtests
Updated norms
Improved subtest and composite reliability
Reduced subtest administration time

Reduced Scoring Time Facilitates Interpretation

Increase accuracy and save time by using the WMS–IV software programs. The WMS–IV Scoring Assistant and Report Writer offer customizable, concise score reports and tailored, comprehensive interpretative reports. Based on the PsychCorpCenter platform, you can use these software programs in conjunction with other PsychCorp software products to conduct cross-battery analysis.

The WMS–IV Flexible Approach

New materials and data are now available that enable a more flexible assessment based on the individual client needs and examiner preferences:

New Record Form and corresponding normative data allow for a brief administration and generation of alternative memory indexes
An additional new Record Form and corresponding normative data enable the administration of new supplemental subtests (Logos and Names). The subtests provide an alternative memory index that eliminates motor demands on clients.
Applicable normative information is available for all current WMS–IV users:
- For scoring and reporting software users via a software update at no charge
- For non-software users via an electronic norms disk.

The WMS–IV offers a number of subtest configurations that yield Immediate, Delayed, Visual and Auditory Memory Index scores. The combinations of subtests reflect the desire to reduce administration time and to address specific clinical situations (e.g., limited motor ability).

The Standard WMS–IV—This consists of the 7 primary subtests that comprise the full WMS–IV battery and provide coverage for all the memory indexes.
The OAA* Battery—The OAA battery was developed in the standard WMS–IV as a shorter battery for use with older adults ages 65 to 90. This battery configuration was made available for examinees ages 16 through 69 in the WMS–IV Flex. The OAA battery uses LM, VR, and Verbal Paired Associates (VPA) to derive Immediate, Delayed, Auditory, and Visual Indexes.
The LMVR and LMDE* Batteries—Two shorter alternative batteries were developed: LMVR, consisting of Logical Memory (LM) and Visual Reproduction (VR), and LMDE, consisting of Logical Memory and Designs (DE). LM and VR are the most frequently used subtests in the previous editions of the WMS and provide coverage for all the memory indexes. The second configuration of LM and DE retains the content coverage with reduced motor demands.
The VRLO and LONA Batteries—The last set of alternate batteries focuses on using supplemental subtests for assessing visual memory, which is a difficult construct to measure. During the development of the WMS–IV, two additional memory subtests were created: Logos (LO) and Names (NA). These two subtests provide optional measures of visual memory with the understanding that auditory memory functioning will also affect performance on these tests.

*LMDE and OAA batteries can be collected using standard WMS–IV record forms and an accompanying worksheet provided in the WMS–IV Flexible Manual.

Canadian Validation Study

A validation study with Canadian data was conducted for the WMS–IV. It confirmed the applicability of U.S. norms for the Canadian population, allowing you to use the assessment instrument with confidence when evaluating memory ability in your clients and patients.

Administration Options:

A Brief Cognitive Status Exam (BCSE)
Adult Battery (Ages 16–69)
Older Adult Battery (Ages 65–90)—Please note: The Older Adult Battery was developed to decrease testing time, reduce examinee fatigue, and improve the psychometric functioning of the subtests for this population. For clients ages 65–69 years, clinicians have the flexibility to administer either the Adult or Older Adult Battery.

WAIS®–IVCDN/WMS–IV Assessment

Use the WMS–IV in conjunction with the WAIS–IVCDN to determine how a client's memory function impacts cognitive abilities.

ACS Battery to Increase the Clinical Utility of the WAIS–IV and WMS–IV

The Advanced Clinical Solutions for WAIS–IV and WMS–IV (ACS) provides an additional link to Executive Functioning, Social Perception, Effort, and Daily Living to assist in WAIS–IV and WMS–IV evaluations.

Complimentary CD Presentation

Gain insights into the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the WMS–IV.

Tablet-based Administration for the WMS®–IV!

Stimulus books, record forms, and administration instructions are in one place, increasing portability. On-the-fly scoring increases efficiency of administration and reduces overall assessment time.

For more information, please visit HelloQ.ca.

Scoring Assistant software was developed for earlier versions of Windows and MAC operating systems, and may no longer be supported on your device. For further information, please contact Technical Support at 1-800-249-0659.

Tablet-based Admnistration!
The digital version of WMS-IV is available on Q-interactive™!

With the innovative digital format, you get all the flexibility and content in a convenient, easy-to-use digital system allowing you to administer the WMS-IV using two iPads®.

For more information about Q-interactive™, please visit HelloQ.ca.

TEST KITS

WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Soft Case with Report Writer

7747-5677-2

$2,046.75

Includes items from 7747-5630-6 , plus WMS-IV Report Writer in a soft case
WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Soft Case with Scoring Assistant

7747-5676-4

$1,763.25

Includes items from 7747-5630-6 , plus Scoring Assistant in soft case
WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Box with Report Writer

7747-5647-0

$1,936.50

Includes items from 7747-5630-6 , plus WMS-IV Report Writer
WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Box

7747-5630-6

$1,355.00

Includes Administration and Scoring Manual, Technical Manual, Stimulus Book #1, Stimulus Book #2, 25 Adult Record Forms, 25 Older Adult Record Forms, 25 Response Booklets, Design and Spatial Addition Card Set, Scoring Template, and Memory Grid
WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Box with Scoring Assistant

7747-5629-2

$1,655.50

Includes Administration and Scoring Manual, Technical Manual, Stimulus Book #1, Stimulus Book #2, 25 Adult Record Forms, 25 Older Adult Record Forms, 25 Response Booklets, Design and Spatial Addition Card Set, Scoring Template, Memory Grid, and scoring software
WMS®–IV: Flexible Approach Kit

015-8896-300

$295.75

Includes 25 Flexible Approach Record Forms, 25 Supplemental Record Forms, Administration/Technical Manual CD, and Supplemental Stimulus Book.)

COMBINATION KITS

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Case/Box with Report Writer for WMS®–IV

0774759984

$2,775.50
WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Report Writer for WMS®–IV

0774759976

$2,668.50
WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Case/Box with Scoring Assistant for WMS®–IV

0774759968

$2,315.25
WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Scoring Assistant for WMS®–IV

077475995X

$2,384.00
WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Soft Case/Box

0774759941

$2,152.50
WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Boxes

0774759933

$3,086.00
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Soft Case with Report Writer

7747-5675-6

$4,614.00
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Case with Report Writer

7747-5649-7

$4,614.00

Includes report writer, complete WMS®–IV kit in soft case, and complete WAIS®–IV CDN kit in hard case
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Box with Report Writer

7747-5648-9

$4,508.50
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Soft Case with Scoring Assistant

7747-5633-0

$4,100.25
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Case with Scoring Assistant

7747-5632-2

$4,100.25

Includes scoring assistant, complete WMS®–IV kit in soft case, and complete WAIS®–IV CDN kit in hard case
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Box with Scoring Assistant

7747-5631-4

$3,991.00
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Cases/Box with Report Writer for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

0774759836

$5,316.75
WAIS®–IV CDN / WMS®–IV / ACS Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Cases/Box with Report Writer for WAIS®–IV CDN / WMS®–IV

0774759828

$5,161.75
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Report Writer WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

077475981X

$5,210.25
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Cases/Box with Scoring Assistant for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

0774759801

$4,800.75
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Cases/Box with Scoring Assistant for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

0774759798

$4,800.75
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Scoring Assistants for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

077475978X

$4,692.75
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Soft Cases/Box

0774759771

$4,144.00
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Hard/Soft Case/Box

0774759763

$4,144.00
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Boxes

0774759755

$3,937.00

ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATION MATERIALS

WMS®–IV: Supplemental Record Form

015-8896-327

$56.25

Pkg of 25
WMS®–IV: Flexible Approach Record Form

015-8896-319

$56.25

Pkg of 25
WMS®–IV: Complimentary CD Presentation

015-8896-289

$2.05

CD Presentation. Gain insights into the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the WMS–IV. NO CHARGE
WMS®–IV: Scoring Assistant Upgrade to Report Writer

015-8896-211

$365.50
WMS®–IV: Report Writer

015-8896-092

$791.75
WMS®–IV: Scoring Assistant

015-8896-017

$442.00
WMS®–IV: Complete Card Set

015-8895-932

$129.25

Includes Design Card Set and Spatial Addition
WMS®–IV: Response Booklet

015-8895-908

$79.75

Pkg of 25
WMS®–IV: Record Form for Older Adults (Ages 65-90)

015-8895-86X

$109.25

Pkg of 25
WMS®–IV: Record Form for Adults (Ages 16-69)

015-8895-851

$146.00

Pkg of 25
WMS®–IV: Stimulus Book #2

015-8895-843

$253.00
WMS®–IV: Stimulus Book #1

015-8895-835

$253.00
WMS®–IV: Technical Manual

015-8895-827

$268.75
WMS®–IV: Administration Manual

015-8895-819

$298.00
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Scoring Assistant Upgrade to Report Writer Combination Package

7747-5687-X

$593.75
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Report Writer Combination Package

7747-5688-8

$1,287.50
WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Scoring Assistant Combination Package

7747-5689-6

$791.75
WMS-IV/BSCE Scoring Template

0158895940

$21.00

ACCESSORIES

Memory Grid

0158234472

$69.50

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Wechsler Memory Scale®—Fourth Edition (WMS®–IV)

Tablet-based Admnistration! The digital version of WMS-IV is available on Q-interactive™!

TEST KITS

WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Soft Case with Report Writer

WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Soft Case with Scoring Assistant

WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Box with Report Writer

WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Box

WMS®–IV: Complete Kit in Box with Scoring Assistant

WMS®–IV: Flexible Approach Kit

COMBINATION KITS

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Case/Box with Report Writer for WMS®–IV

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Report Writer for WMS®–IV

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Case/Box with Scoring Assistant for WMS®–IV

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Scoring Assistant for WMS®–IV

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Soft Case/Box

WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Boxes

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Soft Case with Report Writer

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Case with Report Writer

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Box with Report Writer

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Soft Case with Scoring Assistant

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Case with Scoring Assistant

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Combination Kit in Box with Scoring Assistant

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Cases/Box with Report Writer for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

WAIS®–IV CDN / WMS®–IV / ACS Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Cases/Box with Report Writer for WAIS®–IV CDN / WMS®–IV

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Report Writer WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Soft Cases/Box with Scoring Assistant for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Hard/Soft Cases/Box with Scoring Assistant for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Kit in Boxes with Scoring Assistants for WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Soft Cases/Box

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Hard/Soft Case/Box

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV/ACS Combination Basic Kit in Boxes

ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATION MATERIALS

WMS®–IV: Supplemental Record Form

WMS®–IV: Flexible Approach Record Form

WMS®–IV: Complimentary CD Presentation

WMS®–IV: Scoring Assistant Upgrade to Report Writer

WMS®–IV: Report Writer

WMS®–IV: Scoring Assistant

WMS®–IV: Complete Card Set

WMS®–IV: Response Booklet

WMS®–IV: Record Form for Older Adults (Ages 65-90)

WMS®–IV: Record Form for Adults (Ages 16-69)

WMS®–IV: Stimulus Book #2

WMS®–IV: Stimulus Book #1

WMS®–IV: Technical Manual

WMS®–IV: Administration Manual

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Scoring Assistant Upgrade to Report Writer Combination Package

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Report Writer Combination Package

WAIS®–IV CDN/WMS®–IV Scoring Assistant Combination Package

WMS-IV/BSCE Scoring Template

ACCESSORIES

Memory Grid

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Tablet-based Admnistration!
The digital version of WMS-IV is available on Q-interactive™!